Tonight I start another round of classes in preparation for the BJCP exam. The BJCP is the Beer Judging Certification Program. I first took the exam three years ago and passed, but wasn't as prepared as I needed to be for it. It is a difficult exam three hours long and at least in the past a lot of writing required. You have to know beer styles, flavors, and understand the entire process of making a beer. I think the best part of the program is it provides a common language base for discussing beer. The test is in January but between now and then I'll be attending a class to prepare for the exam. I am looking forward to learning more and will try to document the process here.